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The Cyprus Institute (CyI)

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Deadline for applications: 16/12/2025Application process open *The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit, Science- and Technology-oriented Educational and Research Institution, based in Cyprus and governed by an acclaimed Board of Directors. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres, namely:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://castorc.cyi.ac.cy/">Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)</a>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/starc/about-the-center/center-overview.html">Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC)</a>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/eewrc/about-the-center/eewrc-overview.html">Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC)</a>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/care-c/about-the-center/care-c-center-overview.html">Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C)&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/stedi-rc/about-the-center/stedi-rc-center-overview.html">Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC)</a>&nbsp;Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s scientific ethos.The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated professional to join the Institute’s CARE-C Centre of Excellence on a full-time basis (100% FTE) for its premises at Athalassa’s Campus.The successful candidate will be a member of a dynamic team composed by young talented scientists and technical experts, working in a highly attractive and international environment (English is the formal working language at the CyI).The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for innovation in a collaborative environment. They will also support research programs with environmental/atmospheric applications at the Cyprus Institute (field campaigns in Cyprus and abroad) as well as technical developments in collaboration with other CyI research facilities and affiliated SMEs always focusing on atmospheric observations. It is expected that the successful candidate will be an expert user of a large suite of scientific instruments and instrument communication protocols, while providing technical support to the ARIADNE, SQUAM, SIDE and Net4Cities project related teams.The candidate will gain valuable exposure to large European scientific networks and projects (e.g., DUST-DN, Net4Cities, ACTRIS). They may also have the chance to participate in field campaigns within the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East as part of the World Bank funded projects SIDE and SQUAM.The rank of the position will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cyisites-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/recruitment_cyi_ac_cy/Ebg7y21a0t5Dq8NWJggUXxIB809hfNDapd0Ttg3SRD_FbA?e=fFbRg2">Research Technical Scientist</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cyisites-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/recruitment_cyi_ac_cy/IQDPKBMM1piHQ5exkcioYq_RARBNL9GzM4CyYo4psLKbJxw?e=Et5B1s">Senior Research Technical Scientist</a>). Please click the links for the position’s detailed job description (depending on rank), including general responsibilities, requirements and other details related to the position.&nbsp;Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Instrument Compliance: Quality assure nominal operation of aerosol (eg aethalometer, optical particle counter, condensation particle counter) on site and drafting related reports. Quality control environmental measurements remotely following designated protocols and effectively communicate solutions to improve measurement quality to on-site personnel.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Facility Management: Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of the air quality monitoring stations of the Cyprus Atmospheric Observatory, including but not limited to making necessary repairs, adjustments, setting up new observation stations, and handling related work.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Instrument operation and maintenance: Oversee daily operations of scientific instrumentations (e.g., real-time and offline techniques to measure aerosols, gases and meteorological parameters), regularly inspect, maintain, and calibrate these instruments, ensuring instrument setups, operation, and data quality are compliant with relevant Standard Operation Procedures (ACTIRS, ICOS, GAW). Instruments may be handled remotely.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Data Management: Maintain detailed records of observational data, collect and prepare datasets for analysis by research teams ensuring data quality and integrity, adhering to best practices for data handling and storage.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Research Support: Collaborate with researchers, support field campaigns, and provide technical expertise and training in using scientific instruments and implementing observational studies and experiments.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support the operation of novel instrumentation co-developed in collaboration with SMEs, that will be operated in Cyprus, the EMME region, and beyond.&nbsp;Position Specific Required Qualifications:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric or Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics or a degree in any engineer discipline·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Programming skills in a high-level language (e.g. Matlab, R, Python) is mandatory for the Senior Research Technical Scientist rank·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; High level of autonomy·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Valid driving license&nbsp;Position Preferred Qualifications:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in machine shop activities.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Programming skills (e.g. Matlab, R, Python)·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Master’s degree or PhD degree in Atmospheric or Environmental Sciences as well as Chemistry, Physics or any engineering discipline is highly desirable.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of hardware communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, Arduino).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; One (1) year experience in the operation of aerosol instrumentation (e.g. aethalometer, condensation particle counters, PM monitors) for Research Technical Scientist and three (3) year experience for the Senior rank.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of trace gas monitors (e.g. NOx, O3, SO2, CO).&nbsp;Duration of appointment:The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 12 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds.&nbsp;Remuneration details:Salary Band: CYI3(1-14) for Research Technical Scientist and CYI4(1-11) for Senior Research Technical ScientistPosition’s Starting Salary: CYI3.1 - €30323.41 for Research Technical Scientist and CYI4.1 - €37641.89 for Senior Research Technical Scientist&nbsp;Benefits:Among other benefits, the Cyprus Institute offers flexible and remote work, additional paid leave for supporting staff work-life balance, provident fund membership and group medical and life insurance membership.&nbsp;ApplicationApplications can be submitted through The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw">https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw</a>), by following the instructions provided. Applicants should submit:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A curriculum vitae, including a short letter of interest,2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; List of three (3) referees (including contact information)All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.For further information, please contact Dr Michael Pikridas (<a href="mailto:m.pikridas@cyi.ac.cy">m.pikridas@cyi.ac.cy</a>). Please note that applications which do not fulfil the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed.The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer, certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor, and also an HRS4R accredited Institution adhering to the European Commission’s “Charter &amp; Code”, principles for recruitment and selection.&nbsp;Contact person: Dr Michael PikridasReference number: CARE-C_RTS_25_19&nbsp;

Research Technical Scientist in Atmospheric Sciences (ref. no. CARE-C_RTS_25_19)

Research Technical Scientist in Atmospheric Sciences (ref. no. CARE-C_RTS_25_19)

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